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Use your expertise to shape education, influence communities, and grow as a leader. Roles available at colleges England. Are you a business leader or corporate professional looking to make a meaningful impact outside the boardroom? By becoming a volunteer governor at a further education (FE) or sixth form college , you'll help shape the strategic direction of an organisation that transforms lives through education and skills-while strengthening your own governance experience and leadership credentials. Why it's relevant to professionals like you Further Education colleges train over 1.6 million learners annually, preparing the skilled workforce that keeps our economy moving-from engineers and IT specialists to healthcare professionals and construction experts. As a college governor , you'll sit on the board of an FE institution (and registered charity), where your insight into strategy, risk, people, or finance will have a direct impact on how public funds are spent, how performance is measured, and how learners are supported to succeed. This is an opportunity to: Apply your corporate skills in a charitable leadership role Gain board-level experience and enhance your CV Contribute to local economic growth and social mobility Support a vital sector during a time of transformation What you'll do As part of a governing board, you'll: Set strategic direction : Help define the college's mission and goals Hold leadership to account : Monitor finances, performance, and outcomes Ensure governance excellence : Make decisions in the best interests of learners and stakeholders Act as a charity trustee : Ensure financial sustainability and legal compliance You'll also engage with senior leaders and external stakeholders, including local employers, regulators, and community partners. Who we're looking for We welcome professionals from a broad range of sectors, including but not limited to: Finance, Audit & Risk HR, People & Culture Strategy, Transformation & Operations Technology, AI & Digital Legal, Governance & Compliance Marketing, PR & Communications Education, Apprenticeships or vocational courses What matters most is your strategic thinking, commercial awareness , and commitment to helping others succeed. Prior education experience is not required . Full induction and training are provided, with access to DfE-funded development and peer mentoring where needed. Time commitment Expect to give approximately 1-2 days per month , including: Attending board and committee meetings (in-person or remote) Reading papers and preparing questions Participating in training and occasional college visits The time commitment is manageable alongside a full-time role-and many employers actively support staff to take on governance roles as part of their professional development. Where you'll be needed Some colleges offer remote governance and meetings take place online. This may suit you best, or we may suggest a role where you volunteer on a hybrid basis at a college within a reasonable distance from you. We are recruiting governors for colleges across England , with new opportunities added regularly. What's in it for you? Enhance your board-level and governance experience Develop strategic oversight and leadership outside your day-to-day role Expand your professional network Give back in a way that creates long-term, measurable impact Gain exposure to the education, charity, and public sectors Ready to step into a strategic, purpose-driven leadership role? If you're ready to bring your corporate insight to the education sector and help shape the future of skills, opportunity, and social mobility-we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become a volunteer college governor.

Joining the School Governance team as a flexible, part-time Local Authority Clerk to Governors / Trustees , you will provide vital administrative support to schools across the county. Proactive and dedicated, you will use your excellent organisational and communication skills and experience in meeting administration and minute taking, to make a real difference in Hampshire schools. This role is offered on an annualised hours contract, meaning your total working hours are spread across the year rather than following a fixed weekly schedule. Whilst your role will mostly be home-based with the flexibility to complete clerking tasks around your existing commitments, you will be required to travel to the schools to which you are assigned to clerk their governance meetings. We aim to link you with schools that are close to where you live. We currently have multiple posts available across Hart and Rushmoor areas, with particular interest in applicants from the Fleet and Farnborough areas. What you'll do: Provide essential support to Governors and Trustees, helping schools achieve the best outcomes for their pupils. Administer and minute board and committee meetings, primarily held in the evenings. Following training, provide guidance on governance legislation and policy. Prepare and distribute agendas and meeting papers and produce accurate minutes within agreed timeframes. Maintain accurate records of meetings, attendance and board membership. Provide procedural governance guidance to chairs and executive leaders. What we're looking for: Minimum of 2 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English Language and Maths. Proven experience in committee administration and accurate minute taking. Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to remain impartial, maintain confidentiality, and comply with data protection legislation. IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and internet access. Ability to travel to assigned schools for governance meetings. Why join us: Benefit from a comprehensive training programme and mentoring, and ongoing support from the governance and clerking team. Flexible, mostly home-based working arrangements that fit around your commitments. The opportunity to become an integral part of Hampshire's School Improvement team. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience of may include: Administrative Officer, Senior Administrative Assistant, School Improvement Administrator, Business Administration Officer, Governance Coordinator, Executive Assistant, Education Administrator, Business Support Officer, Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher, Teacher